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Sep 5, 2023
Authorize grant application and acceptance for Edgewood Park stream restoration R-302-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation in an amount of $748,517.82 with a City match of $39,395.68, for stream restoration efforts in Edgewood Park.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 5, 2023
Authorize agreement for Holston River Park streambank stabilization R-300-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC to provide professional engineering design services for the Holston River Park Streambank Stabilization Project for an amount not to exceed $397,184.00, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 8, 2023
Authorize agreement with Knoxville Falcons Youth Athletics for ballfield programming. R-265-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville Falcons Youth Athletics to offer and oversee youth sports and outdoor recreational programming at Christenberry Ballfields and Alice Bell Ballfields.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 8, 2023
Accept easement donation from The Drop Inn Knox for Urban Wilderness. R-264-2023 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to The Drop Inn Knox, LLC, for the easement donation located at 4507 Sevierville Pike, Tax Parcel 109LD006, to expand Knoxville's Urban Wilderness and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 8, 2023
Accept easement donation from Gatehouse Properties for Urban Wilderness. R-263-2023 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Gatehouse Properties, LLC for the easement donation located at 650 E. Red Bud Road, Tax Parcel 109LD002, to expand Knoxville's Urban Wilderness and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 8, 2023
Accept easement donation from Stephens/Reynolds for Urban Wilderness. R-262-2023 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Jason C. Stephens and Diane M. Reynolds for the easement donation located at 650 E. Red Bud Road, Tax Parcel 109LD001, to expand Knoxville's Urban Wilderness and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 8, 2023
Authorize agreement with Ecosystem Planning for Mary Vestal Park Streambank. R-256-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Ecosystem Planning and Restoration, LLC to provide professional engineering design services for the Mary Vestal Park Streambank Stabilization Project for an amount not to exceed $106,781.75, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act grant.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 25, 2023
Accept donation from NABF for Christenberry Ballfields improvements R-247-2023 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to National Amateur Baseball Foundation (NABF) for the donation of $237,000.00 toward ballfield improvements and installation at Christenberry Ballfields, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation, as well as accept a construction agreement with NABF and their contractors.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 25, 2023
Agreement with Finchum Sports Floors, LLC for Gym/Dance floor maintenance services R-246-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Finchum Sports Floors, LLC, to provide Gym/Dance floor maintenance services in an amount not to exceed $35,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jul 25, 2023
Apply for grant for inclusive play structure for children and adults with disabilities R-245-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to file an application for, and if awarded, accept a grant from the State of Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, to provide funding for the creation of an inclusive play structure for children and adults who have intellectual developmental disabilities, in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 25, 2023
Agreement with S&ME, Inc. for First Creek Best Management Practices Demonstration Park R-237-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with S&ME, Inc., to provide professional engineering design services for the First Creek Best Management Practices Demonstration Park Project for an amount not to exceed $168,000.00, funded with the American Rescue Plan Act Grant.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 11, 2023
Appropriate $3,000 from Community Empowerment to Canvas Can Do Miracles for arts programming O-103-2023 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $3,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Canvas Can Do Miracles to support summer arts programming and an end of course exhibit for opportunity youth.(Requested by Office of Community Safety and Empowerment)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 27, 2023
Resolution authorizing Mayor to agree with Lakeshore Park Conservancy for administrative budgetary support. R-217-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Lakeshore Park Conservancy, in an annual amount not to exceed $50,000.00, in order to provide administrative budgetary support for managing Lakeshore Park.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 27, 2023
Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute agreement with Boys & Girls Clubs for youth programming and workforce readiness. R-216-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to provide an amount not to exceed $260,000.00 in general funds to support programs which engage Knoxville youth in life-enhancing programming and early workforce readiness activities.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 30, 2023
Resolution adding honorary name "Coach John Majors Bridge" to new bridge R-161-2023 — A Resolution to add the honorary name “Coach John Majors Bridge” to the new bridge carrying Topside Road over Alcoa Highway.(Requested by Chairperson Smith)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 30, 2023
Resolution adding honorary name "Big John Tate Corner" to Lakeside Street R-160-2023 — A Resolution to add the honorary name “Big John Tate Corner” to Lakeside Street at its northern intersection with Magnolia Avenue.(Requested by Chairperson Smith and Councilmember McKenzie)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Contract for $44,800 golf course study with JJ Keegan+ R-148-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Golf Convergence, Inc., D/B/A JJ Keegan+ to conduct a study of the City's three public golf courses for an amount not to exceed $44,800.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Lease Charter Doyle Park facility to Keep Knoxville Beautiful R-147-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Keep Knoxville Beautiful, Inc. to lease the Charter Doyle Park facility located at 5100 Martin Mill Pike for an amount not to exceed $400.00 monthly.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 16, 2023
Award $198,621.50 in Summer Opportunity Youth Program grants R-142-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents to award a total amount not to exceed $198,621.50 in Summer Opportunity Youth Program grants to provide support and programming for youth and young adults to 13 community-based organizations in the City.(Requested by Office of Community Safety)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Recognize Centennial Anniversary of Knoxville Garden Club R-131-2023 — A Resolution recognizing the Centennial Anniversary of the Knoxville Garden Club and celebrating the community involvement of members of the Knoxville Garden Club over these 100 years.(Requested by Council)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 2, 2023
Recognize Centennial Anniversary of Knoxville Garden Club R-131-2023 — A Resolution recognizing the Centennial Anniversary of the Knoxville Garden Club and celebrating the community involvement of members of the Knoxville Garden Club over these 100 years.(Requested by Council)
Motion to amend:Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to contract with Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for trail maintenance R-110-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for the professional natural surface trail maintenance services at select parks within the City to ensure proper, routine maintenance of the City's natural surface trails for an amount not to exceed $100,000.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 4, 2023
Authorize Mayor to award West Hills Community Association $550 micro grant for pickleball tournament R-100-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the West Hills Community Association to award a micro grant in the amount of $550.00 to support the West Hills Dogwood Pickleball Tournament.(Requested by Office of Neighborhood Empowerment)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 21, 2023
Add honorary name "Home Run Alley" to Sutherland Avenue segment R-82-2023 — A Resolution to add the honorary name "Home Run Alley" to a segment of Sutherland Avenue, from Jade Road to Renford Road.(Requested by Chairperson Smith, Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmember McKenzie)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Appropriate $7,500 to Knoxville Inner City Kids Outreach XXXX-XXXX — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $7,500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Knoxville Inner City Kids Outreach to support its Emerging Leaders program.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 21, 2023
Award Spring Break Opportunity Youth Micro Grants R-53-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $28,205.56 in Spring Break Opportunity Youth Micro Grants Program grants to provide support programming for youth and young adults to 10 community-based organizations in the City.(Requested by Office of Community Safety)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing agreement with Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum for operational support R-17-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Agreement with Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum (KBGA), in an annual amount not to exceed $50,000.00, in order to provide operational budgetary support.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Resolution authorizing acceptance of donations for Cradle of Country Music Park development R-11-2023 — A Resolution authorizing the acceptance of an $83,000.00 donation from the Downtown Knoxville Alliance and a $166,000.00 donation from Visit Knoxville and the State of Tennessee Department of Tourism, and expressing appreciation for the donations to support of the Cradle of Country Music Park development.(Requested by Administration)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jan 10, 2023
Ordinance appropriating $50,000 to Trees Knoxville for an urban forestry master plan O-1-2023 — An Ordinance, appropriating $50,000.00 from the budget of the Public Service Department to Trees Knoxville to complete an urban forestry master plan to assist the City and its partners in facilitating and developing a long-range, easy-to-use resource and support tool to protect and increase tree coverage in Knoxville, and the Tennessee Division of Forestry.(Requested by Public Service Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Dec 13, 2022
Appropriate $8,000 to Muse Knoxville for student apprenticeship program O-166-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $8,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Muse Knoxville to support an apprenticeship program for East Knoxville students providing them with workforce skills, exposure to new careers and leadership development.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 13, 2022
Appropriate $7,000 to YO-STEM for youth STEM programs O-165-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $7,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to YO-STEM to support its STEM Saturday and gSTEM programs designed to expose middle school aged youth to the world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 13, 2022
Appropriate $5,000 for youth seasonal clothing and holiday gifts O-164-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee on behalf of the Youth Action Board to supply seasonal clothing and holiday gifts for youth experiencing homelessness during the winter months.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Dec 13, 2022
Appropriate $6,000 from Community Improvement Fund for community agencies O-162-2022 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $6,000.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to community agencies and organizations as set forth in the attachment.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmembers Smith, Singh, Rider, Thomas, and Fugate)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 29, 2022
Appropriate $3,000 to Appalachian Mountain Bike Club's Fall Festival O-161-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $3,000.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department's operating budget and donating same toward the sponsorship of Appalachian Mountain Bike Club's 13th annual AMBC Fall Festival.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 15, 2022
Approve play structure agreement with Great Southern Recreation, LLC R-352-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Great Southern Recreation, LLC for design, provision, and installation of play structures and related improvements at Baker Creek Preserve Adventure Playground for an amount not to exceed $640,000.00.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 15, 2022
Approve play structure agreement with Playworld Preferred, Inc. R-351-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Playworld Preferred, Inc. for design, provision, and installation of play structures and related improvements at seven City locations for an amount not to exceed $1,003,564.67.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 7-1-0-1
Split
Nov 15, 2022
Extend Antares Golf Management agreement for golf courses R-350-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a one year extension to agreement C-08-0141 with Antares Golf Management, Inc. to provide golf management services at Whittle Springs Golf Course and Knoxville Municipal Golf Course, for an annual amount not to exceed $177,546.12.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 15, 2022
Accept donation from RezilientKidz for Raising Highly Capable Kids Program R-347-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept and express appreciation to RezilientKidz for its donation of materials and training for the Raising Highly Capable Kids Program to be shared with local youth serving organizations who wish to use the program.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 15, 2022
Rename Old North Knoxville Park to Beth A. Booker Park R-344-2022 — A Resolution to rename the Old North Knoxville Park as the "Beth A. Booker Park."(Requested by Chairman Smith and Councilmember Rider)
Adopted —
Nov 15, 2022
Rename Old North Knoxville Park to Beth A. Booker Park R-344-2022 — A Resolution to rename the Old North Knoxville Park as the "Beth A. Booker Park."(Requested by Chairman Smith and Councilmember Rider)
Motion to amend:Adopted —
Oct 18, 2022
Emergency appropriation of $5,000 to Wesley House Community Center for youth services O-139-2022 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Wesley House Community Center to support its ongoing efforts to empower and serve the youth of the Mechanicsville, Lonsdale and Beaumont communities.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Agreement with Design & Construction Services for Baker Creek Pavilion Project R-320-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Design & Construction Services, Inc. for the Knoxville Urban Wilderness Gateway Park Phase Two Baker Creek Pavilion Project in an amount not to exceed $2,667,343.50.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Amend operating agreement for Volunteer Landing Park and Riverwalk Greenway management R-313-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Sixth Amendment to the Operating Agreement Between the City of Knoxville and the Public Building Authority of the County of Knox and the City of Knoxville, Tennessee, with respect to the management of Volunteer Landing Park and the Riverwalk Greenway.(Requested by Administration)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Appropriate $1,500 to Shora Foundation for youth entrepreneurial training O-133-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Shora Foundation to provide entrepreneurial training and opportunities to youth in the community.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Appropriate $1,000 to YOKE Youth Ministries for annual banquet and youth mentoring O-132-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to YOKE Youth Ministries to sponsor its Annual Banquet and to support its ongoing work of youth mentoring and leadership development.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 18, 2022
Appropriate $3,000 to Alpha Mu Lambda Chapter for youth educational programs O-131-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $3,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Alpha Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated to implement educational programs designed to impact middle and high school aged youth during its District Convention.(Requested by Community Empowerment Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Oct 4, 2022
Extend lease agreement for James Agee Park R-301-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an extension to the lease agreement with the University of Tennessee for James Agee Park.(Requested by Administration)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Sep 20, 2022
Authorize Mayor to execute lease agreement with Legacy Parks Foundation for Gateway Pavilion R-290-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Lease Agreement with Legacy Parks Foundation for the lease of the Gateway Pavilion Building for $1,000.00 per month for a period of three years for the purpose of providing recreational programs.(Requested by Finance Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 6, 2022
Appreciate donation for Forest Heights Park playground R-278-2022 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Forest Heights Neighborhood Association for the donation of $23,855.26, for playground equipment and installation at Forest Heights Pocket Park, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation, as well as accept the construction agreement with Playworld Preferred.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 6, 2022
Appreciate Visit Knoxville donation for Fort Kid Park amenities R-268-2022 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to Visit Knoxville for the donation of $44,456.00 toward the purchase of new amenities at Fort Kid Park and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Finance Department)
Adopted 7-0-0-2
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Appreciate Emerald Youth Foundation for ballfield upgrades and authorize agreement R-259-2022 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Emerald Youth Foundation for providing upgrades to the Christenberry ballfields, for a total project cost of $106,000.00 and authorizing the City to enter into an agreement with the Emerald Youth Foundation in order to proceed with the project.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Appropriate $1,200 for Knoxville Botanical Garden's Green Thumb Gala sponsorship O-111-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,200.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department budget and donating same toward the sponsorship of the Knoxville Botanical Garden's 13th Annual Green Thumb Gala.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Ordinance appropriating $1,000 for East TN Community Design Center fundraiser sponsorship O-110-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,000.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department budget and donating same toward the sponsorship of the East Tennessee Community Design Center's 2022 fundraiser Celebration at World's Fair Park.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Ordinance appropriating $1,200 for Legacy Parks Foundation fundraiser sponsorship O-109-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,200.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department budget and donating same toward the sponsorship of Legacy Parks Foundation's 2022 Legacy Luncheon for the Parks.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Ordinance appropriating $1,750 for Ijams Nature Center fundraiser sponsorship O-108-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $1,750.00 from the Parks and Recreation Department budget and donating same toward the sponsorship of Ijams Nature Center's fundraiser "Twilight at Ijams".(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Aug 23, 2022
Resolution to pause Public Art Committee's Sculpture Project for Cradle of Country Music Park 11-r — A Resolution to pause the Public Art Committee's Sculpture Project for the Cradle of Country Music Park for six months to allow time for the City to determine a way to preserve the mature trees on the park.(Requested by Councilmember Singh)
Motion to defer:Deferred 7-2-0-0
Split Deferred
Aug 9, 2022
Resolution authorizing agreement with Boys and Girls Clubs for youth programs R-243-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to provide an amount not to exceed $260,000.00 in general funds to support programs which engage Knoxville youth in life-enhancing programming and early workforce readiness activities.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 26, 2022
Lease Fairview Recreation Center R-233-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement to lease the Fairview Recreation Center to the Mechanicsville Community Association.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 26, 2022
Lease Fountain City Art Center facility R-232-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement to lease the Fountain City Art Center facility to the Fountain City Art Center.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jul 26, 2022
Lease Historic Oakwood-Lincoln Park Clubhouse R-231-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement to lease the Historic Oakwood-Lincoln Park Clubhouse to the Oakwood-Lincoln Park Neighborhood Association.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Contract Pyro Shows, Inc. for 2022 holiday fireworks R-202-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Pyro Shows, Inc. to provide labor, equipment and materials to perform large-scale displays in 2022 for the Festival on the 4th on July 4; Celebration of Lights on November 25; and New Year’s at the Sunsphere on December 31, for a total contract amount not to exceed $69,050.00 for all three Events.(Requested by Special Events)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Accept donation from American Red Cross for swimming lessons R-201-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept a grant donation up to $51,765.57 from the American Red Cross to help offset operating expenses associated with trainings, certifications, and administrative costs and to offer scholarships to individuals for swimming lessons at City pools.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Fund Knoxville-Knox County CAC Emergency and Minor Home Repair R-199-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee to provide an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding to support the Emergency and Minor Home Repair Program.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Fund Neighborhood Housing Inc. "Operation Backyard" minor home repair R-198-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $300,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding to support the minor home repair program “Operation Backyard.”(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Fund Knoxville Area Urban League RISE Re-entry Program R-197-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with Knoxville Area Urban League to provide an amount not to exceed $70,610.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds to support its RISE Re-entry Program for workforce/employment skills training and coaching support.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Fund Salvation Army Pathway to Hope Program R-196-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a subgrantee agreement with the Salvation Army, Knoxville Area Command, to provide an amount not to exceed $25,334.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds for case management and supportive programming to six eligible households through its Pathway to Hope Program.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Fund Neighborhood Housing Inc. KnoxWorx Workforce Development Program R-195-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Neighborhood Housing Inc. to provide an amount not to exceed $216,105.00 in Community Development Block Grant funding for its KnoxWorx Workforce Development Program.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022
Appropriate funds to United Way for Social Innovation Challenge O-81-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $25,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating the same to the United Way of Greater Knoxville to partially fund the Mayor's Social Innovation Challenge.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jun 28, 2022 Grant pension to Carol L. Runyan R-183-2022 — A Resolution granting a pension of $1,992.59 per month (Defined Benefit Only) to Carol L. Runyan, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Jun 28, 2022 Grant pension to Paul C. Booher, Jr. R-184-2022 — A Resolution granting a pension of $905.11 per month to Paul C. Booher, Jr., an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Jun 28, 2022 Grant pension to Christopher M. Coyle R-185-2022 — A Resolution granting a pension of $684.78 per month to Christopher M. Coyle, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Jun 28, 2022 Grant pension to Randall C. Kenner R-186-2022 — A Resolution granting a pension of $372.43 per month (Defined Benefit Only) to Randall C. Kenner, an employee of the Knoxville General Government.(Requested by Pension Board) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
Jun 28, 2022 Appropriate and donate funds to community agencies O-80-2022 — An Emergency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Knoxville appropriating the sum of $42,212.00 from the Community Improvement (202) Fund and donating same to community agencies and organizations as set forth in the attachment.(Requested by Vice Mayor Roberto and Councilmembers Smith, Singh, Rider, Thomas, McKenzie, Fugate, Testerman, and Parker) Adopted on consent (no individual discussion) Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous Consent
May 31, 2022
Authorize agreement for Festival on the 4th video/sound equipment R-168-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Tournament Event Logistics, LLC to provide and operate video and sound equipment for the City's Festival on the 4th event, in an amount not to exceed $27,850.00.(Requested by Special Events)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 31, 2022
Authorize agreement for Festival on the 4th staging equipment R-167-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with True Grip & Lighting, Inc. to provide the staging equipment, lights, and labor for the City's Festival on the 4th event, in an amount not to exceed $29,907.00.(Requested by Special Events)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 31, 2022
Authorize agreement for Lakeshore Park mowing and turf maintenance R-166-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Taylor's Lawn Service to provide mowing and turf maintenance for Lakeshore Park within the City of Knoxville for a total contract price not to exceed $96,000.00.(Requested by Public Service Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 31, 2022
Authorize agreement for creek clean-up and maintenance services R-159-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Environmental Remediation Consultants Inc. in an amount not to exceed $200,000.00 to provide creek clean-up and maintenance services for the 2022 Creek Clean-Up Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 31, 2022
Authorize agreement for creek clean-up and maintenance services R-158-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with HBTH, Inc. d/b/a Bio Solutions Tennessee in an amount not to exceed $200,000.00 to provide creek clean-up and maintenance services for the 2022 Creek Clean-Up Project.(Requested by Department of Engineering)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 3, 2022
Award $194,108.80 in Summer Opportunity Youth Program grants R-138-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to award a total amount not to exceed $194,108.80 in Summer Opportunity Youth Program grants to provide support and programming for youth and young adults to 11 community-based organizations in the City.(Requested by Community Safety)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 3, 2022
Appropriate $5k in Diversity and Equity awards to 5 organizations O-54-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $5,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Knoxville Black Doula Collective, The Women LLC, Black Girls Do Bike, Battlefield Farms and Gardens, and Canvas Can Do Miracles in $1,000.00 Diversity and Equity awards for promoting equity and improved quality of life in Knoxville.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
May 3, 2022
Appropriate $10k for UUNIK Academy STEAMI Summer Institute O-53-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $10,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to UUNIK Academy, Inc. to support the STEAMI Summer Institute.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 19, 2022
Authorize Mayor to agreement with Solar Alliance Southeast, LLC for Cal Johnson Recreation Center solar array R-121-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Solar Alliance Southeast, LLC to install a solar array at the Cal Johnson Recreation Center for a cost not to exceed $48,765.50.(Requested by Office of Sustainability)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Apr 5, 2022
Authorize Mayor to enter Donation Agreement with U.S. Soccer Foundation for Mini-Pitch R-114-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Donation Agreement with the U.S. Soccer Foundation and express appreciation for the Mini-Pitch installation at Harriet Tubman Park.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-1-0-0
Split
Apr 5, 2022
Authorize MOU with One Knoxville Sporting Club for Mini-Pitch at Harriet Tubman Park R-113-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with One Knoxville Sporting Club for installation and completion of a Mini-Pitch project at Harriet Tubman Park with a commitment of $50,000.00 from the City.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Apr 5, 2022
Authorize MOU with One Knoxville Sporting Club for Mini-Pitch at Harriet Tubman Park R-113-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with One Knoxville Sporting Club for installation and completion of a Mini-Pitch project at Harriet Tubman Park with a commitment of $50,000.00 from the City.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Motion to defer:Failed —
Failed
Apr 5, 2022
Authorize MOU with One Knoxville Sporting Club for Mini-Pitch at Harriet Tubman Park R-113-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with One Knoxville Sporting Club for installation and completion of a Mini-Pitch project at Harriet Tubman Park with a commitment of $50,000.00 from the City.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Failed 4-5-0-0
Split Failed
Mar 22, 2022
Authorize agreement with Keep Knoxville Beautiful R-107-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Keep Knoxville Beautiful to provide litter abatement, graffiti abatement, recycling education, volunteer coordination and an adopt-a-road program for the City of Knoxville Waste and Resources Office for an amount not to exceed $40,000.00 annually.(Requested by Public Service Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2022
Authorize lease agreement with Fountain City Recreation Commission R-104-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Fountain City Recreation Commission for the lease of Fountain City Ballpark for the purpose of maintaining and operating athletic and recreation programs for City residents for an annual fee of $3,500.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2022
Accept donation from Knox County Health Dept for Caswell Park fitness equipment R-103-2022 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Knox County Health Department for the donation of $32,995.54, for outdoor fitness equipment and installation at Caswell Park, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2022
Accept donation of 16 park benches from Veterans Heritage Site Foundation R-102-2022 — A Resolution expressing appreciation to the Veterans Heritage Site Foundation for the donation of 16 park benches, with an estimated value of $40,000.00, and authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents necessary to accept said donation.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2022
Appropriate $17,042.09 from Parks & Rec fund for Challenge Grant Program O-43-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the total sum of $17,042.09 from the Parks and Recreation Department's Grants and Benevolence Fund and donating same for completed projects to various qualified organizations as part of the Challenge Grant Award Program.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 22, 2022
Prohibit tobacco/vapor products in City parks, playgrounds, greenways O-42-2022 — An Ordinance amending Chapter 20, Article III, Sections 20-52 and 20-61 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to prohibiting the use of tobacco or vapor products on the grounds of City-owned parks, playgrounds, greenways, and property.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 8, 2022
Amend City Code to prohibit tobacco/vapor products in City parks and greenways b. — An Ordinance amending Chapter 20, Article III, Sections 20-52 and 20-61 of the Knoxville City Code, relative to prohibiting the use of tobacco or vapor products on the grounds of City-owned parks, playgrounds, greenways, and property.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Mar 8, 2022
Authorize Mayor to accept Willow Cottage property for Lakeshore Park recreation facilities R-92-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to accept the transfer of property at 6430 South Northshore Drive, known as Willow Cottage, from the State of Tennessee for use in the development of new public recreation facilities at Lakeshore Park.(Requested by Department of Parks and Recreation)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Feb 22, 2022
Allow beer distribution at Lakeshore Park by server permit holders. O-16-2022 — An Ordinance amending Chapter 4, Article I of the Knoxville City Code so as to allow distribution of beer or alcoholic beverages at Lakeshore Park by holders of server permits issued by the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission.(Requested by Beer Board Chair Testerman)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Feb 8, 2022
Appropriate $7,000 to YWCA Project Reach O-15-2022 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $7,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the YWCA Project Reach to continue service learning, job skills, and job creation for at-risk youth to increase opportunities for success.(Requested by Community Empowerment)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Jan 25, 2022
Authorize acquisition of property at 108 Knox Road for up to $135,000 R-32-2022 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute all documents on behalf of the City of Knoxville necessary to acquire property located at 108 Knox Road by negotiated purchase, or by condemnation if necessary, in fee simple for an amount not to exceed $135,000.00.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Authorize agreement with KCDC for Western Heights Head Start/Infrastructure R-394-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation for Western Heights Head Start and General Infrastructure and Construction, in an amount not to exceed $650,000.00.(Requested by Housing and Neighborhood Development Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Appropriate $3k to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority for youth programs O-132-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $3,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to the Knoxville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to continue its educational programs designed to impact youth ages 11- 18.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 30, 2021
Appropriate $4k to Girls, Inc. for Artists Alley program O-131-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $4,000.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Girls, Inc. to support the Artists Alley program supporting racial equity and peace through art.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2021
Emergency ordinance to appropriate funds for Project Grad Thanksgiving baskets O-130-2021 — An Emergency Ordinance appropriating the sum of $500.00 from the Community Empowerment budget and donating same to Project Grad to provide ten Thanksgiving baskets to disadvantaged Austin East High School students and their families.(Requested by Office of Community Empowerment)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Nov 16, 2021
Appropriate funds for AMBC Fall Fest sponsorship O-129-2021 — An Ordinance appropriating the sum of $3,000.00 from Parks and Recreation Department's operating budget and donating same toward the sponsorship of Appalachian Mountain Bike Club's 12th annual AMBC Fall Fest.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 8-0-0-1
Unanimous
Oct 19, 2021
Authorize collaboration and grant agreement with Legacy Parks Foundation for two years R-338-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a collaboration and grant agreement with Legacy Parks Foundation in an amount not to exceed $75,000.00 per year for a two-year term with the option to extend the term for one additional year.(Requested by Parks and Recreation Department)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
Sep 21, 2021
Resolution authorizing Mayor to lease ice rink equipment from IRE Crown Rinks, LLC for Market Square Holidays on Ice R-308-2021 — A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a five-year agreement with IRE Crown Rinks, LLC to lease ice making and ice skating equipment, services and supplies to the City to operate the ice rink at the Market Square Holidays on Ice for an amount not to exceed $81,086.00 for the first two years followed by a 5% increase for the third and fourth years, and a 5% increase for the fifth year.(Requested by Special Events)
Adopted 9-0-0-0
Unanimous
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